Difference between revisions of "Kaladin"

During his time in Amaram's army, Kaladin's natural talent blossomed him into a master at spear-fighting. He was the quickest learner among the members of his cohort. His effortless ability surprised his drill sergeant, Tukks.{{book ref|sa1|27}} Kaladin spent the year after his brother's death driving himself to exhaustion each day at the practice yard. He eventually grew reputed to be known as the best spearman in Amaram's army.{{book ref|sa1|63}} He was able to take down six spearmen by himself in seconds even before he discovered his abilities as a Surgebinder.{{book ref|sa1|47}} Combined with Stormlight, he held off dozens of Parshendi almost single-handedly.{{book ref|sa1|68}}

While the spear is his preferred weapon, Kaladin also has training with other weapons as well. He often carries throwing knives as a secondary weapon and is able to use itthem with considerable accuracy.{{book ref|sa1|47}} He has been known to wield a quarterstaff, a hammer, and a halberd.{{book ref|sa2|86}} After becoming the Kholin bodyguard, he started training with the Swordmaster Zahel, though he is by no means an expert with a sword yet.{{book ref|sa2|16}}